955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806Why ValmontWe’re Here to Move the World Forward.Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.2nd Shift (4:00 pm - 2:30 am; M-Th)Starting Wage $21.82/hr + $1 shift differentialThe Machine Operator is an Individual Contributor responsible for the setup and operation of various pieces of equipment, including a Straightener to straighten and square pole shafts, cutting equipment/machinery to ensure poles meet final length and diameter, press brake to form product and material handling equipment.Essential Functions
Responsible for machine set up, including setting rollers to specified lengths, and verifying dimensions from shop drawings
Observe operation and periodically verify conformance of machined work to process sheet, specifications and blueprint data
Maintain the cleanliness of work area including all equipment and machinery
Use overhead crane to load/unload machinery
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors
Other duties as required and/or assigned
Important Details about the Role
Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
Read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets without assistance
Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
Actively participates in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
This position reports to the Production Supervisor
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
The ability to become Valmont trained and certified in the operation of an overhead crane
The ability to read a tape measure
The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds
High awareness for safety at all times
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
Read blueprints and specifications
Maintain a safe and productive working environment
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
One (1) year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment
One (1) year of previous experience with overhead crane operations
The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
BenefitsValmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology.Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries.That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world.
That’s the value we add.
